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Unemployment can be a tough time both financially and mentally, whether you were fired, laid off, quit, or are looking for your first job after graduation. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Our tips will help you not only find a job you love but also navigate the challenges of being out of work, so you can stay positive and focused on your goals.
When it comes to job hunting, I was shocked to learn that most recruiters and hiring managers only give your resume a 6-second glance before they decide to accept or reject your application. Yes, only 6 seconds. 6 seconds is not a long time by any means. It’s probably taken you about 6 seconds to read this far. So as you can see, your resume has to accomplish a lot in a very limited amount …
Attention young people and students looking for a fun and profitable way to spend your summer! Getting a summer job is a great way to make the most of the season and make extra cash. You’ll also gain valuable work experience and make some new friends along the way. But not all summer jobs are created equal. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best summer jobs that pay well and are sure to …
Few people truly have job security. We all know someone who’s lost their job over the last couple of years, or we’ve been laid off ourselves. More alarmingly, 87% of managers say they would likely lay off employees in the event of a recession. 71% Americans worry about losing their jobs. And they have good reason to be concerned. A recent survey found that unlike the Great Resignation, where employees were leaving their job en …
I love stumbling on fun questions! Recently, I encountered, “Anyone here who decided to leave their job on the first day? What made you choose to run right away?” I’ll go first. Telemarketing! Like so many others, I was suckered into this when I was fresh out of high school for like 3.5 hours. It was the worst, most demeaning experience in my professional work life. I got up for lunch and never returned. So …
If you are someone who doesn’t mind burning the midnight oil and working while the rest of the world sleeps, there are many great night shift jobs out there that are in high demand. Night shift jobs, which are also referred to as 3rd shift or graveyard shift jobs, are a lot more common than people realize. Night shifts are critical in 24-hour industries. And with more opportunities to work from home online, employees may …
Attention young people and students looking for a fun and profitable way to spend your summer! Getting a summer job is a great way to make the most of the season and make extra cash. You’ll also gain valuable work experience and make some new friends along the way. But not all summer jobs are created equal. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best summer jobs that pay well and are sure to …
As a career consultant, I have helped hundreds of clients craft responses to questions and helped them get offers from the world’s largest, most demanding companies. There’s a simple process anyone can go through to answer this common interview question. So you, too, can learn the secret of how to respond, “Are you a great match for this role?” Know Who You’re Talking To Memorizing your answers to the most common interview questions like, “Are …
So you think you’re about to get fired, laid off, or be forced to quit? Or maybe your contract is ending with no sign of renewal? First, I’m sorry to hear that. It’s an incredibly stressful and awful position to be in. As someone who has been there, I know how angry and upset I felt when I knew my days were numbered. Maybe you’ve noticed that your workload has been decreasing, your boss has …
Are you ready for some juicy workplace stories to brighten the mood? After someone asked an online career community, “What happened in your worst job interview?” these were the top-voted stories. 1. The Company Used Me to Solve a Problem One shared that in their worst interview, the interviewing team asked “a lot of” what seemed to be “hypothetical questions.” The interviewees assumed these were all related to the work they would perform with their …
Over the past few years, a massive shift has taken place when it comes to job interviews. Thanks to the pandemic and the rise of remote work, interviews have moved from the boardroom table to your kitchen table. Your next job interview has a high chance of being online, so why not be prepared? And while this new way of interviewing might seem daunting at first, there’s no need to panic about being on camera. …
Did you know that not all job sites are created equal? It’s true – the job sites you use to find work can actually make all the difference in how successful you’re job search will be. Looking for your dream job can be tough, but job sites make it easier by providing a vast collection of current job opportunities and helpful resources. While you often find many of the same job postings across several of …